- The list below includes 58 free or cheap things to do in or near Montpelier, Vermont, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, National & State Parks, Statues and Movie Theaters.
- From Camel's Hump to Hubbard Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Montpelier and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Stowe, Barre, Waitsfield and Waterbury.
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Visitors can enjoy a showcase for a variety of local artists at the Art Exhibition At Shelburne Farms. The farm hosts a variety of other exhibitions, programs, and special events in the Coach Barn that was built in 1902.
36.4 Miles
56%
16 votes
60 Institute Road, Burlington, VT 05408
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North Beach Campground & Park is a beachside park with a variety of amenities. It features picnic areas with barbecue grills, restrooms, beach access, playground areas, and a shelter capable of accommodating large groups.
36.6 Miles
Ideal for family vacations, Silver Lake State Park has activities to enjoy year round. Guests can hike, camp, swim, ice skate, and enjoy fishing for small mouth bass among many other activities.
36.6 Miles
North Beach Park offers a picnic area complete with tables and grills, a snack bar, restrooms, and foot showers. The park also has a reserveable shelter that can accommodate up to 80 people.
36.7 Miles
Built in 1787, the Ethan Allen Homestead is the original historic home of Vermont's founder. The site has been preserved and converted into a living history museum that shows daily life of 18th century Vermont.
36.9 Miles
Hiking and general walking is available at the Robert Frost Wayside Trail through the dense foliage of the Green Mountains. In addition to the natural setting and views, pieces of poems by Robert Frost are placed along the trail for reading.
37.5 Miles
On Saturday mornings, visitors can go to Norwich Farmers Market to shop for fresh produce and crafted goods. There are a variety of local vendors that bring goods from their craft studios and farms to the market.
38.4 Miles
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Starr Farm Rd Curtis Avenue, Burlington, VT 05408
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Along with space to run and fetch, Starr Farm Dog Park offers a variety of playground equipment created just for dogs. The park is further divided into sections for small and large dogs and provides seating for pet owners.
38.5 Miles
Open during the spring and summer seasons, the Sunset Drive-In Theatre is a classic outdoor cinema. Popular movies are offered in a two-film arrangement, and there are small playgrounds beneath the screens for children.
38.7 Miles
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38 votes
5 Button Bay State Park Rd, Vergennes, VT 05491
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Located along a bluff in Ferrisburgh, the Button Bay State Park is composed of 253 acres. Camping is one of the most popular activities, but boating, fishing, and sailing are also conducted in the warmer months.